I have been working with Amy Lass for over a year now, and let me say it is the best recommendation I have ever gotten. Amy is not only a powerful lawyer in the court room, she is also a very caring person. She is always going to bat for you. My divorce was just settled and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Amy was not only there for me now, she will also be there in the future. If you are looking for a stupendous person and lawyer then look no further. I will be forever grateful. One more thing I wanted to mention is the team of people she has behind her. All of them are very professional, and a pleasure to work with. They are very good at what they do, and that makes things easier for me. read more

Dealing with a Divorce is never easy and causes a lot of anxiety. Dan Mc Candless and his support team at GYL is the best 'medicine' I could have wished for! It was supposed to be an amicable divorce but it never works out that way. You are introduced to an entire new encyclopedia of legal terms that cause only further confusion. Dan broke it down for me step by step, acted fast, is a great listener, and keeps you balanced and grounded during emotionally tough times. Dan has a background in Accounting and was extremely helpful in clarifying and planning the financial impact and solution regarding Spousal Support. What impressed me most, was the fact that he even was available on a very time sensitive issue while he was on vacation with his family. Highly recommend Dan and his team! read more

Yesterday, was the beginning of a new life and chapter for me and my family. I am so grateful for the staff at Griffith, Young, and Lass. They are truly a dream team. Ms. Lass represented me in 2013 for my divorce, in October 2015, Mr. Griffith represented me for a restraining order and he represented me again last month, in January, for my move-away. All three times, the decisions were in my favor!!! I am forever indebted for their dedication and fight for me and my family. I hope nobody has to go through legal battles, especially when kids are involved, but if you do, THEY ARE THE BEST!!!! Thank you Jackie, Amy and John!!! read more

The response posted by this office a week ago was untruthful; they did not "follow-up with me privately" after their post, as stated; Confirming that the response was solely to benefit the appearance after a negative review. Any further correspondence is unnecessary at this point but I am adding this update for the sole purpose that it may help anyone seeking legal assistance. read more

Amy Lass is great to work with! She provided good guidance through my child support request and was fantastic in negotiating. We had a fairly amicable situation, but it was complicated. She looked at it from every angle and was able to negotiate on my behalf for a fair outcome. Frankly I was grateful to be sitting next to her while the attorneys discussed each item and used law terms that were above my understanding...I knew she was fighting for me and had my absolute best interest at heart. I would highly recommend her services in an amicable or contentious divorce. read more

I Highly recommend this law office. Catie Young was absolutely amazing on my case. Fighting for a move away with another law firm where i was getting Buried in debt with no results especially me having full physical custody I didn't understand what was happening back and forth in and out of courts it was exhausting . Hiring a new attorney was a must. Catie's staff and coworkers are so attentive ,organized and extremely understanding and friendly. I truly appreciate everything Catie, Lea and Correne did for My son and I. Having to deal with the mental and emotional baggage this time around with a new law firm Griffith, Young & Lass was so much easier due to their energy, promptness and compassion they have for you in your time of uncertainty and to me that's what hit home. Always there for all my emails, questions and breakdowns. I'm extremely grateful. I appreciate and value this law firm. I'm hoping I don't need them again but if I do I'd go no other place than Griffin,Young & Lass read more

Katie Young was simply Awesome!!! She helped me gain a favorable outcome for my security clearance in a short amount of time without a hearing. She listened to me and asked poignant questions that helped her respond to DOHA attorney in a manner that helped my case. She made me feel at ease in navigating the process and I knew she was on my side from the start. She understands the complex nature of the security clearance process therefore she prepared my case in a way that addressed all possible questions from the courts. The end result was a favorable outcome without a need to appear in court. It doesn't get any better. p.s Her fees were also reasonable. I shopped around before I found Katie, and were quoted some crazy numbers. Thank you Katie DB read more

Catie Young did an outstanding job representing me in my divorce case after a long term marriage. She is not only brilliant, she is kind, compassionate, and will fight for you with no fear. I am so thankful to have had a brilliant attorney and wonderful person to represent me, as I was very scared and sad about the whole situation. She did a great job for me. All of the people at GYL were wonderful to me, and I highly recommend Catie Young and GYL for your legal services! read more

John Griffith and his team were absolutely amazing representing me during a very difficult divorce. After several court appearances and an extensive discovery process my case went to trial. Mr Griffith and his team were professional and caring , no matter who I corresponded with they were always knowledgeable of my case and quick to respond. Mr. Griffith was not only calm and straightforward he fought hard against the opposing firm and their unethical practices. Mr. Griffith was able to get my divorce settled in less than a year and prevailed in all area's. I highly recommend GYL if you are ever in need of a family law attorney. read more

Today my life has been forever changed. I am a very proud father of a beautiful 3.5 year little girl. I have been in an extremely high conflict custody case for 3.5 years until today. My new reality still has not set in. I feel so unbelievably compelled to write this review because it was quite a journey. Before contacting Amy Lass, I had contacted and interviewed over 75 attorneys all over southern CA. Let me tell you, it was an absolute nightmare. The worst part is they all wanted a $50,000 retainer and said there was very little hope to win my case. Because of this, I was self-represented for the majority of my case. I was up against a "mother favored" system, crooked attorneys and professionals that seem only to be in their positions because they were forced... so it seemed to me. I contacted Amy Lass outside of my court room because I saw her performance in a case just before mine and I decided to give it one last try at hiring an attorney. I'm glad I did! Today my ruling came out... I won my case!!!!!! When I hired Amy Lass, it seemed that I actually hired the entire firm! I went to court with a powerhouse team that was not only prepared but with the mind set to WIN! Amy and John lived this case with me almost as it was their own. The entire staff worked countless hours and left NO STONE UN-TURNED! Because of their diligence, I have my daughter and my rights. I don't even call myself a client anymore, they are my friends that protected my family and fought with me, side by side. There was a lot at risk for them and me. No one want the risk before them and I am glad they didn't. I didn't just end up with the best law firm in California but I ended up with my daughter. This is the only law firm I would recommend. Thank you Amy, John and the entire team for correcting my life. Erik Hutchinson read more

I went from full custody from birth to 2014 to supervised visitations and then slowly only got my girls 2 times a month for the last 2 years. I'm a wonderful mother who needed help with alcohol abuse, admitted it and received treatment and went above what was required of me in court to prove my sobriety. My ex abused this power and was road blocking my relationship and communication with my girls. He had full legal and physical custody. I've had attorneys in the past that did the bare minimum but didn't give this case the voice it needed. I reluctantly hired John with the hopes that someone would listen and be the voice for the girls and myself and my other 2 daughters who lived with me full time. I knew because I had a substance abuse problem in the past that regardless of what I showed as evidence ; I wouldn't get the girls back. I was prepared for that IF AND ONLY IF I showed all my evidence and then that was decided what was in the best interest of the girls. I had over 6 years worth of evidence that overwhelmed me to even look at. It's painful to read and relive the abuse and craziness of the past. John took this case knowing that my request might be a long shot but believed in me. Agreed to make it a priority. Today, after 8 long hours- I won. I was reassured throughout the day every time john asked the questions of my ex and witnesses. He asked exactly the questions that needed to have answers. He left no stone unturned. I wasn't looking to keep my kids from their father-I fully agree that both parents need to co parent. However, it didn't matter if i was a perfect mother- my ex did not want me to have any custody. He wanted me to have 8 hours a week supervised. This was a typical what not to do custody dispute; words being thrown back and forth, accusations against me, lies and manipulation. Don't get me wrong- in your case you have to do the work. I had to make sure I met the deadlines asked of me, hand over everything I possibly could to help my case. I had to make sure that this 6 year nightmare some how made sense to an attorney. My fear was that he would take my money, do the bare minimum and call it a day. However- John was honest, hard working and made my case heard. He spoke for my children who didn't have a voice. Today was the best day. Not only did we go back to 50/50, I also was awarded the capability to have final say in legal disputes when it comes to the girls health and well being. This is unheard of in many cases. I am speechless as to what happened today. I know it was the right judgement, my friends and family know it's the right judgement. John was honest yet firm. He literally covered everything in a timely manner. In writing a review, these words don't give justice to what I have experienced in a mere 2 months. His assistant, Danielle, was amazing with handling my overabhndance of emails. It is my pleasure to be able to write a review for this attorney. I believe he saw my hard work that I've done to get back on track, realized I shouldn't be punished as a parent, did the right thing. He was professional yet approachable. He definitely is someone that I would rate a 10/10. If you have any doubts about where to put your trust and obviously hard earned money- I give you my word; this is your guy. I have felt beaten for so long by this case and to feel justice done is invigorating. It's something I had faith in but didn't know if it was possible. Today- I get to tuck in all four of my girls and know I kept my promise as a mother to always have their back, never give up and fight for what you know to be the right thing. It's priceless when I get to show them that people fall but what determines their outcome is how they get back up. So- thank you to Griffith, Young and Lass from the bottom of my heart. I've been in tears all day because I feel free of this burden. I honestly feel you were placed in my path for a reason. Without reservation I would recommend this law firm to handle your case. read more

Awesome representation in my case. Fast responses and direct communication. I would recommend GYL to anyone.

I was referred to Amy from a friend who had used her and had great success. I had an ex spouse I had been to court with several times. She was just impossible and was represented by Jeffrey Fritz the Sharkiest divorce attorney in town. We spent a year and a half going through custody and redoing support. It should have been a much quicker easier process but between my ex, mr. Fritz and our backed up legal system it was a long draining ordeal. Thank god I had Amy at my side through it all. She is a great attorney. Very sharp and knowledgeable. She is quick to the point and this approach shows in her billing which seemed a fraction of the time other lawyers have charged me. She is also great at handing things off to paralegals and the billing seemed to supersede me as being lower than what I expected. I wish I could give a couple bonus stars to her. She absolutely destroyed it in court I got everything I hoped for even though Fritz tried his hardest to tie the case up. If your looking for a great attorney that will have your best interest at heart I would stop looking your missing out if you pass Amy up. read more

I worked with Catie Young on my clearance case. She is great lawyers: knowledgeable with attention to details, very responsive. Overall great experience with great law firm. read more

If you are looking for the BEST family law attorney in San Diego, look no further. Amy Lass is​ the BEST! Amy went above and beyond to bring closure to a long and messy custody battle. She does a great job of explaining all of the complex legal information in a way that was easy to process and understand. She was not only respected by the Judges and staff at the North County Court, San​ Diego but Amy is held in high regard by the opposing counsel in court as well. I would not hesitate to use Amy to represent me in the future.​ read more

Everyone is so helpful and professional. I recommend Attorneys, John Griffith, Katie Young and Amy Lass to anyone looking for legal services. Their paralegal Jackie is a great help too! read more

john griffith, divorce attorney is super expensive and got me zero for my divorce to a man i had been married to for over 24.5 years. i got zero spousal support, even tho i was a stay at home mom for many years. i followed my ex-husband all over the usa, for his career, 1st as a us army officer and then, when he got out of the military, for his post-military career. i myself am a medical doctor. this put a huge strain on my ability to earn a decent living myself-- because we were constantly moving.not for my career , for his. in addition, my ex husband, kept all his income in his own accounts, that i could not access. he was sent to korea 3 times whilst he was in the usarmy & i was at home in maryland, a state where i knew no one, had no family & hated from the get go. this man had more than one affair with other women. we lived together before marriage and had one daughter, who i took care of myself, without any financial help from my child's father.. ..after finishing my residency, i moved with my toddler to the chicago vicinity to live with my father and his wife. they helped me take care of my toddler and i found a job in chicago that paid well & i was only there 4 days per week. i left that job when i married this man i am referring to. the usarmy does not offer jobs for spouses. i constantly complained to the usarmy, because they often sent surveys to spouses, but nothing ever changed. once he was transfered back to california, but told me on the phone "don''t come"...so i didn't. i stayed behind in maryland alone with 2 little girls by then. long story short, this man, decided to get even with me when i filed to divorce him, which i had done about 4 times. and then retracted, when he would beg me back...so he threw me out of "our family home" with a restraining order, because i yelled at him... for all this i get zero spousal support, i owe my ex husband $6500 in back child support for our youngest daughter, who i delivered when i was 42 years old. there is a 10 year age span between our 1st child and our 3rd. john griffith did a poor job representing me. he got facts completely confused. he said i moved to fullerton, ca-- i never did live there. my ex did. alone. without me. having an affair. my 4.5 year old daughter heard him having sex with another woman and told me, her mom, about it. my ex husband supposedly thought my child was asleep. she wasn't. she told her mom, me afterwards. i was disgusted. john griffith failed to mention any of this. which had a huge impact on the way i felt about my ex husband... 1. lying 2. cheating on me with other women 3. keeping our money locked up in accounts i could not access 4. spending money excessively, which we argued about constantly 5. stealing pain medication from me, for my chronic lumbo-sacral spine pain-- culminating with my ex-husband drilling a hole into the safe i had bought, not to keep burglars out, to keep my own spouse out ...then he finally confessed, yes it was indeed my ex-husband, who stole my pain medication. i knew it all along, but he was such a good liar, i just told myself "the truth will come out"...it finally did, but inspite of all this evidence--i came out of divorce with almost no money... i filed for divorce again. i couldn't take it anymore. after he drilled the hole into my safe. i found a lawyer, who closed her business on me, i had to then find another divorce lawyer...that lawyer made me cry on purpose... eventually john griffith was recomended to me. but now that we are divorced i am so poor i am on food stamps and have applied for early retirement from social security administration. meanwhile my ex is earning upwards of $200,000 annually. while i am dirt poor. this is the service john griffith, attorney provided to me at huge cost, which i have not even finished paying for. don't hire him. find someone else. that is my advice. read more

GYL has been an extraordinary support and backing in my divorce. Being a male in the military, the process for divorce and custody is difficult. GYL was extremely helpful, and I was able to full custody of my children. That alone is such a monumental feat, but the fact they worked with me on payment options also was vital. I couldn't have made it without them! My lawyer Shirin is amazing, and the paralegals and staff are great. I highly recommend them! read more

Catie Young ESQ ,is an outstanding lawyer. She was prompt in your response to my case --and provided outstanding legal representation. Her legal expertise led to a favorable outcome. read more